2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata Baltimore MD

2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata at Thompson Mazda

The 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata is the bestselling sports car in the world, known for offering a stunning two-seater, rear-wheel-drive performance at an affordable price. The vehicle is interchangeably referred to as the Miata, MX-5, or MX-5 Miata and it is now in its fourth generation of production. It is offered as a roadster or a coupe with a retractable roof panel. If you would like to learn more about this incredible performance vehicle, continue reading below!

Safety Features

Vehicle Design

Classic Black or newly available Dark Cherry soft top

Heritage Lights

2-passenger seating capacity

Has the MX-5 Miata received any new features for 2018?

There are many fantastic features for the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata. The available Brembo/BBS Recaro package, which is offered with the Miata Soft Top, not only features Brembo brakes and BBS wheels but also adds heated Recaro sport seats. A new design option is the ability to choose between the classic black top or the new Dark Cherry soft top. For technology, the base Sport model comes standard with the Mazda Connect infotainment system. Finally, the incredible Miata RF Club is now standard with heated seats, and the RF Club equipped has keyless entry when paired with the manual transmission.

What engine and drive systems are found in the MX-5 Miata?

The 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata is powered by an excellent SKYACTIV 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVT. Driving enthusiasts will love the standard six-speed manual transmission, which delivers a stunning performance no matter where you drive. Opting for the manual transmission will also equip the Miata with a sport-tuned suspension, a limited-slip differential, and Bilstein shocks. Alternatively, Mazda offers a great six-speed automatic transmission which has a manual-shift mode. The 2.0-liter engine provides 155 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque.

Can you tell me more about the standard and available features?

The Miata is offered in three main trim levels called the Sport, Club, and Grand Touring. The vehicle has seating for two and a roadster body style. Standard features of the Sport trim include a manually retractable black soft top with a glass rear window, 16-inch alloy wheels, along with LED headlights and taillights. The comfortable interior has air conditioning, a height-adjustable driver seat, and leather-wrapped steering wheel. On the technology front, the MX-5 Miata Sport features a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment interface, an auxiliary audio jack, a USB port, Bluetooth, as well as a six-speaker sound system. The Club trim adds highlights like a rear lip spoiler, a sportier front fascia, a nine-speaker Bose audio system, and voice controls. The top Grand Touring trim adds auto-dimming mirrors with exterior heating, adaptive headlights with automatic high-beam control, leather upholstery, heated seats, automatic wipers, a cloth-lined top, and automatic climate control. The Grand Touring trim also comes standard with a navigation system and lane departure warning.

Final Thoughts on the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata

The new 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a remarkable vehicle that turns any ride into a track-ready adventure. It offers a joyful and energetic performance that is certain to delight driving enthusiasts. We would love to tell you more about the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata and its many customization options, so contact us today at Thompson Mazda!